Environmental Sampling Technician​/Specialist

About Metro Water Recovery

Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO is a nationally recognized leader among clean water utilities, providing wastewater conveyance and treatment services for more than 2 million people in the Denver Metro area.

This posting is to fill two specific shifts working four 10-hour days per week: one Sunday-Wednesday shift and one Wednesday-Saturday shift.

We are seeking environmental sampling professionals to join our growing sampling team. In either the Environmental Sampling Technician or Specialist I role, you will support Metro’s environmental compliance and annual charge programs, as well as wastewater treatment operations. These positions involve working with fellow sampling personnel in the field and making a real environmental impact.

Your work will consist of sampling both at our wastewater treatment plants and at metering stations/industrial sites across our Denver Metro service area. You will be responsible for maintaining and calibrating sampling equipment, inventory of supplies, and dropping off samples at contract laboratories. This role allows you to contribute to SOP development, support internal stakeholders, aid in problem-solving, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

These two positions are part of a job series offering significant reclassification and promotional opportunities. Staff enjoy flexible work schedules with the ability to swap shifts.

Overall, it’s an opportunity to contribute to high-impact sampling work that ensures reliable environmental data, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence while supporting our mission to protect public health and the environment.

The Environmental Sampling Team is situated within the Quality Assurance and Sampling Division of the Environmental Services Department. The department promotes continuous improvement, accountability, collaboration, and a culture of fun. Team members work on meaningful assignments and contribute to making a difference across Metro. The Environmental Services Department also includes Pretreatment, Laboratory Services, Regulatory Compliance, and Water Quality Divisions, creating a dynamic work environment.

• Have an understanding of environmental sampling protocols.
• Take a detail-oriented approach with thorough documentation and effective communication.
• Enjoy problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Follow SOPs to ensure accurate and compliant work.
• Work effectively with other team members to meet stakeholder needs.
• Enjoy working outside and travelling to different field locations.
• Adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Be safety-oriented.

For Examples of Duties, select the appropriate job description below.

Environmental Sampling Technician

Environmental Sampling Specialist I

Environmental Sampling Technician

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General office processes and procedures.
• MS Office or equivalent (e.g., Google) software.

Skilled at

• Reading and following detailed, multi-step instructions.
• Performing basic mathematical calculations.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Utilizing technology to seek and share resources and information.
• Effectively communicating verbally and in writing.

Ability to

• Work rotating or set shifts that may include weekend, holiday, overnight shifts and possible overtime.
• Successfully complete training for an assigned task and perform it without assistance.
• Demonstrate good time management and accountability.
• Wear correct PPE and follow safety procedures (steel-toed shoes, hard hats, etc.).
• Drive a Metro motor vehicle safely throughout the service area, including inclement weather.
• Adhere to policies and procedures.
• Document observations via handwritten and digital methods.
• Learn and apply sample collection, storage, transport, and documentation, including chain-of-custody.
• Operate, clean, calibrate, and maintain automatic sampling equipment and instrumentation.
• Assist with the development and updating of SOPs.
• Adapt to evolving priorities and other requirements.
• Work in a team environment.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships.
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